Robotics Club
Where curiosity meets creativity and ideas come to life through robotics.
About The Robotics club
The Robotics Club of DRIEMS University, under the School of Engineering and Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, is a student-driven platform dedicated to promoting innovation, creativity, and technical excellence in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems. The club aims to inspire students to explore emerging technologies through hands-on learning, practical projects, workshops, and technical events.
The club provides opportunities for students to design, develop, program, and fabricate robotic systems using modern tools and technologies. It encourages interdisciplinary collaboration among students from Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical, and related disciplines, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
A key objective of the club is to prepare students for national and international competitions by offering technical guidance, mentorship, and project support. The club also strengthens industry-academia interaction through expert lectures, industrial visits, skill-development programs, and industry-linked projects. By engaging students in research, innovation, and smart automation technologies, the Robotics Club helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications. It also promotes leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking, enabling students to become competent engineers and innovators ready to contribute to the rapidly evolving technological landscape and the advancement of society.
To foster innovation, collaboration, and hands-on learning in robotics by empowering students to design, build, and program intelligent systems, enhancing their technical skills and preparing them for future challenges in automation and mechatronics.
➤ To provide a collaborative platform for students to explore robotics through projects, workshops, and competitions, fostering creativity and innovation.
➤ To bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application by encouraging hands-on learning in robotics, automation, and mechatronics.
➤ To build industry readiness by enhancing technical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills through interdisciplinary robotics initiatives and real-world challenges.
Objectives
- To stimulate student interest in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems through interactive learning and innovation.
- To provide hands-on experience in designing, programming, and fabricating robotic systems using modern tools and technologies.
- To encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among students from Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, and related departments.
- To prepare students for national and international competitions by offering technical mentorship and practice platforms.
- To bridge the gap between academics and industry by promoting industry-linked projects and skill-based training.
- To build leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork skills through group projects and technical events.
- To foster a research and innovation culture aligned with emerging technologies and smart automation.
Robotics Club Activities
Chair Person
Prof.(Dr. ) Prakash Kumar Hota
Prakash Kumar Hota has graduated from National Institute of Technology (formerly REC), Tiruchirappalli in the year 1985 in Electrical & Electronics Engineering with distinction. He has obtained his ME in Industrial Power Control and Electric Drives from Sambalpur University in the year 1992 and Ph.D in Electrical Engineering from Jadavpur University Kolkata in the year 1999 under Quality Improvement Programme of MHRD. Initially after his graduation worked as a Scientist in National Council for Cement & Building Materials, New Delhi and Joined VSSUT (Formerly UCE) Burla as a lecturer in the Department of Electrical Engineering in September 1987. He has more than 36 years of professional and administrative experience out of which more than 32 years at VSSUT.
Core committee
Dr. Nayan Ranjan Samal
Vice-Chair Person
Dr. Alok Ranjan Biswal
Advisor
Dr. Deepak Ranjan Biswal
Convenor, Robotics Club
Dr. Uttam Kumar Tarai
Mentor & Professor in Charge
Prof. Rasmi Ranjan Senapati
Mentor
Prof. Mousumi Acharya
Mentor
Prof. Shibabrata Mohapatra
Mentor
Prof. Abinash Bibek Dash
Mentor
Prof. Bajrapanjar Mishra
Mentor
Prof. Sameer Sahoo
Mentor
DRIEMS Robotics Club - Organizational Structure
Leadership Roles & Responsibilities
Faculty Advisor / Club Mentor
- Faculty members from the Mechanical Engineering Department.
- Provide academic and technical guidance.
- Approve events, budgets, and project proposals.
- Coordinate with university administration and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
President
- Senior student (preferably from 3rd or 4th year).
- Lead the club and oversee all activities.
- Represent the club in meetings and official functions.
- Coordinate with Faculty Advisor and manage inter-departmental communication.
Vice-President
- Student from the 2nd or 3rd year.
- Assist the President and act as acting head in their absence.
- Supervise subcommittees and ensure timelines are met.
- Maintain discipline and ensure smooth execution of plans.
General Secretary
- Handle official communication and maintain records of meetings and decisions.
- Coordinate with student members for internal affairs.
- Ensure timely documentation of projects and events.
Treasurer
- Manage funds, maintain accounts, and prepare budget proposals.
- Keep financial records of all club transactions.
- Ensure transparency and submit expenditure reports to the Faculty Advisor.
Technical Lead
- Guide members in project development, coding, and electronics.
- Organize and lead workshops, build sessions, and technical talks.
- Mentor teams for competitions and prototype development.
Event Coordinator
- Plan and manage workshops, seminars, competitions, and technical festivals.
- Coordinate with external speakers and participants.
- Prepare event schedules and logistics.
Media & Outreach Head
- Manage publicity through social media, posters, and newsletters.
- Document club activities through photos, videos, and reports.
- Handle member registration and maintain the club's digital presence.
Subcommittees (As Needed)
- Project Teams
- Workshop Coordination
- Logistics & Procurement
- Content & Design
Members of each subcommittee will be decided by the Club Mentors, Club Committee, and HoD as and when required. Each subcommittee reports to the core team and operates under its guidance.
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